The fans in the Bernabeu generally remain split over their opinion of Bale who has been plagued by injury throughout his Madrid career, namely last campaign. He now faces a short spell on the touchline after picking up a calf injury.

His injuries have prevented any stability to the starting eleven, with Asensio taking exception to this pinning Real’s recent demise on this factor.

He may have a point, but publically criticisng a teammate will not please boss Zinedine Zidane.